2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2003 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer and 2003 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Ram. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 170 kg more than 2003 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Ram. (319 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2003 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Ram |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 76 L |
